Author name: Bourbon Lens Team

Scott Dilley is the co-host and co-founder of Bourbon Lens, the weekly podcast for people who actually love bourbon. A Kentucky native with an unrelenting passion for American whiskey, Scott has spent over seven years tasting, debating, and deep-diving into everything the bourbon world has to offer — from everyday sippers to the most elusive allocated releases in the country. With more than 380 episodes recorded alongside Jake Lewellen, Scott brings sharp tasting notes, honest opinions, and an infectious enthusiasm for the glass in front of him. Equal parts historian, critic, and enthusiast, Scott's mission is simple — help bourbon lovers everywhere drink better.

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Jack Daniel’s Newest Limited Edition is a Twice Barreled Rye Whiskey

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Jack Daniel’s Newest Limited Edition is a Twice Barreled Rye Whiskey Read Post »

Selection #13 in Jack Daniel’s Distillery Series line of experimental whiskeys is barreled twice in new, charred American white oak barrels The team at Jack Daniel Distillery has some more Tennessee Rye Whiskey up their sleeve for their latest limited release in the Distillery Series. This time, Whiskey Taster Jason Marski selected a Twice Barreled […]

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Cedar Ridge Distillery Announces New QuintEssential Untitled Cigar Malt Project

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Cedar Ridge Distillery Announces New QuintEssential Untitled Cigar Malt Project Read Post »

The QuintEssential Untitled Cigar Malt Project follows The QuintEssential Pete & Sherri and The QuintEssential Portside releases. Fast Facts about Untitled Cigar Malt Project: Full Details on the Release: Cedar Ridge Distillery, under the expert guidance of Master Blender Murphy Quint, has proudly released the third installment in its series of limited-edition expressions of their

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Booker’s Announces New Batch for 2024: “The Beam House Batch”

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Booker’s Announces New Batch for 2024: “The Beam House Batch” Read Post »

On the heels of the latest Bourbon Lens Podcast Episode featuring “Springfield Batch” from early 2024, Beam has announced its second batch of 2024. Fast Facts about “The Beam House Batch” We are thrilled to announce the second release of the Booker’s® Bourbon 2024 Collection: Booker’s Batch 2024-02, also known as “The Beam House Batch.”

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287: James B. Beam is Flexing its Muscles in the Whiskey World

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287: James B. Beam is Flexing its Muscles in the Whiskey World Read Post »

Tasting 3 recent releases from Beam, including Little Book Chapter 08, Booker’s Springfield Batch, and the new 7 Year Jim Beam Black. Jake and Scott share a few pours of whiskey in this week’s “Hosts-Only” podcast episode of Bourbon Lens.  We discuss all things Beam and the powerhouse that is The James B. Beam Distilling

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Shelter Distilling Introduces its New Embers Peated Whiskey

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Shelter Distilling Introduces its New Embers Peated Whiskey Read Post »

Embers Peated Whiskey combines peated malted barley with pure High Sierra snowmelt, resulting in a rich, smoky flavor perfect for summer adventures. Fast Facts – Embers Peated Whiskey from Shelter Distilling: Mammoth Lakes, California (July 10, 2024)—As the snow melts in Mammoth Lakes, it paves the way for thru-hikers on the Pacific Crest Trail and

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Old Forester Introduces New Addition to the 117 Series: Rum Finish

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Old Forester Introduces New Addition to the 117 Series: Rum Finish Read Post »

Rum Finish marks the latest expression in Old Forester’s 117 Series, which launched in 2021. Fast Facts about the 117 Rum Finish: Full Details on the Release: Louisville, KY, July 10, 2024 – Today, Old Forester® releases its latest expression in the 117 Series: Rum Finish.  Historically, commercial trade on the Ohio River brought a variety of cask-aged spirits

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